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Cheap flights from Penang to Shanghai, China from RM 444

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PEN — SHA
26 Jul — 2 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Penang Intl to Shanghai are usually found in January or February, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Penang to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Penang to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 June 2026.

Fri 30/1008:10
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/1101:35
PVG
-
PEN
1 stop21h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/6RM 1,226
Mon 17/806:00
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 22/801:35
PVG
-
PEN
1 stop10h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/6RM 1,235
Thu 3/1218:20
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop11h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/1208:30
PVG
-
PEN
Nonstop6h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/6RM 1,247
Thu 25/619:00
PEN
-
SHA
1 stop17h 50m
XiamenAir
Thu 2/716:10
SHA
-
PEN
1 stop25h 50m
XiamenAir
Deal found 23/6RM 1,259
Tue 7/713:00
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/720:10
PVG
-
PEN
1 stop15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/6RM 1,259
Tue 30/619:00
PEN
-
SHA
1 stop17h 50m
XiamenAir
Sat 4/716:10
SHA
-
PEN
1 stop25h 50m
XiamenAir
Deal found 23/6RM 1,268
Sun 8/1106:45
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/1106:00
PVG
-
PEN
1 stop15h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/6RM 1,272
Wed 1/713:00
PEN
-
SHA
1 stop8h 50m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 5/720:50
SHA
-
PEN
1 stop15h 10m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 24/6RM 1,276
Mon 9/1106:45
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 21/1106:00
PVG
-
PEN
1 stop12h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/6RM 1,276
Mon 19/1016:35
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop7h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 31/1001:35
PVG
-
PEN
1 stop10h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/6RM 1,280
Thu 2/719:00
PEN
-
SHA
1 stop13h 50m
XiamenAir
Mon 6/710:10
SHA
-
PEN
1 stop7h 50m
XiamenAir
Deal found 25/6RM 1,296
Thu 3/900:05
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop20h 25m
China Southern
Sat 5/922:05
PVG
-
PEN
1 stop19h 55m
China Southern
Deal found 23/6RM 1,300

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Penang (PEN) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 26 June 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 1,226

One-way from

RM 444

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

RM 1,457
30/10-6/11
  • 30/10-6/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 50m total
  • Penang to Shanghai
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24/9
  • 24/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 55m total
  • Penang to Shanghai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (RM 51 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Mon 23/11

23:55-09:15

1 stop9h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 29/11

21:50-21:00

1 stop23h 10m

RM 1,309

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Sat 24/10

11:50-23:20

1 stop11h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 31/10

06:00-18:50

1 stop12h 50m

RM 1,321

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Tue 8/9

13:00-10:30

1 stop21h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/9

09:05-12:00

1 stop26h 55m

RM 1,366

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Sat 5/9

13:00-10:20

1 stop21h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 8/9

18:30-12:00

1 stop17h 30m

RM 1,366

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Wed 26/8

13:00-21:50

1 stop8h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 4/9

15:35-12:00

1 stop20h 25m

RM 1,482

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Wed 15/7

06:00-14:45

2 stops32h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 17/7

10:10-14:25

2 stops28h 15m

RM 1,510

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Fri 30/10

19:40-10:00

2 stops38h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 7/11

07:10-18:30

1 stop11h 20m

RM 1,708

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Fri 30/10

09:05-22:15

1 stop13h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 6/11

10:50-21:00

1 stop10h 10m

RM 1,708

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Mon 19/10

19:00-11:00

1 stop16h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/11

07:10-18:30

1 stop11h 20m

RM 1,733

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Fri 30/10

19:20-04:45

1 stop9h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/11

01:35-10:25

1 stop8h 50m

RM 1,741

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Penang to Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Penang to Shanghai?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Penang to Shanghai (average of RM 683). Flying from Penang to Shanghai in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,934). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PEN to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Penang to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 June 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Penang to Shanghai as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Penang to Shanghai?

How often are flights from Penang to Shanghai delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Penang and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 102 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Penang to Shanghai flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Penang to Shanghai flights?

Over the past year, Juneyao Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Penang to Shanghai?

The best time to book flights from Penang to Shanghai is 74 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Shanghai. Reviews last updated 26 June 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern and China Eastern from Penang to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Eastern
7.3
Good
226 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Penang to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Penang to Shanghai?

    Located just 14.5 km from the city centre, Penang Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Shanghai from Penang. Booking flights from Penang Intl (PEN) to Shanghai should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily outbound flights to Shanghai from 13 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Penang to Shanghai?

    For as low as RM 1,309, China Southern can have you in Shanghai from Penang in 9h 20m. There are 3619 km between Penang and Shanghai. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Penang to Shanghai round-trip?

    Flying on China Southern is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at RM 752. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spring Airlines and XiamenAir, with the lowest prices starting at RM 806 and RM 893, respectively. China Southern is priced at 43% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Penang to Shanghai one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for AirAsia. According to our data, you can fly for as low as RM 399. Users have also found prices from RM 410 and RM 488 on Spring Airlines and XiamenAir, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Penang to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Penang to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Penang to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Penang to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Penang to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Penang to Shanghai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Penang to Shanghai?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Penang to Shanghai (average of RM 683). Flying from Penang to Shanghai in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,934). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapestRM 752AverageRM 1,265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Spring AirlinesCheapestRM 806AverageRM 1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time45%
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XiamenAirCheapestRM 893AverageRM 1,140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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ScootCheapestRM 930AverageRM 1,251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapestRM 968AverageRM 1,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 990AverageRM 1,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestRM 1,024AverageRM 1,174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapestRM 1,055AverageRM 1,184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Shanghai AirlinesCheapestRM 1,057AverageRM 1,563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestRM 1,101AverageRM 1,431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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